My mini-vertical of this Sangiovese-Montepulciano d'Abruzzo-Alicante blend ended with the 2008 Solus. This was the oldest of the three wines I tasted and its age is apparent thanks to the flatter notes of spice and dry leather that emerge first on the bouquet. Dried fruit is followed by cherry liqueur and black licorice. Dusty, earth notes also add some grittiness to the texture of the wine. The 2008 Solus should be consumed within the next year or two.